鍭
arrow
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Readings
On'yomi
- コウ
- グ
Kun'yomi
- や
Meaning
鍭 centers on an arrow, specifically a metal-tipped arrow. The single given meaning is straightforward and concrete.
Study
Etymology
鍭 combines 金 (metal) with 侯, which likely contributes the sound. The character specifically denotes a metal arrowhead or arrow.
Meaning mnemonic
The left side 金 (metal) and the right side 侯 (which resembles a target or a nobleman) together suggest a metal arrow aimed at a target. Picture a sharp metal arrowhead flying toward its mark.
Reading mnemonic
For コウ, imagine a metal arrow striking a gong with a loud 'kou' sound: the gong's resonance cues コウ, and the metal arrow makes the impact.